All proceeds from the BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally
benefit 
'98 & '97 Rally Entries
'98 & '97 order of finish
1998 Rally Schedule
Official Rally Store
Order Rally Photos
1998 Registration Form
Vintage Rally Rules
BMW Seattle
Manresa Castle
College Planning Network
Olympus.net
www.alfaclub.org
A narrow, twisting road weaves through the valley, a thin stream of black-top separating fields, trees and rivers. The the clouds and sky are reflected in the polished paint and chrome, providing a kaleidoscope effect against the golds and greens of the valley. The road swings up to run right along the ridge-crest and other motorcars in British green, Italian red and German silver are visible as they negotiate the near-by roads. The snarl of a vintage DOHC six cylinder merges with the cat-like howl of a four-cam V12. Washington's Olympic Peninsula was once again the playground of the 1998 BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally.
The Victorian splendor of Port Townsend provided a home-base for the
BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally. Manresa Castle, built as a European
chateau and home to business magnet and later, Jesuit priests, offered unique
accommodations for rally participants.
Using both Monte Carlo and time-speed-distance (TSD) rallies, the weekend
of driving was a true sporting event. Vintage
rally rules were observed. Over 400 miles were covered, however
each day of rallying included regular breaks for participant comfort and
sight-seeing.
Special guests for the weekend were Dr. Richard 'Dick' Buckingham and his
brother, Steve. Dick is an active vintage racer and founding member of the
Society of Vintage Racing Enthusiasts (SOVREN). He has won CCCA and Pebble
Beach honors for his restorations and actively campaigns vintage racecars.
As our guest speaker for the Saturday evening banquet, Dick shared his hands-on
perspective regarding collector cars and vintage racing.
Jay Lamm, automotive author, editor and enthusiast
brought his '67 Alfa GTV from California and served as guest speaker for
Friday's banquet. Jay's honest affection for old cars, twisty roads and
good company were perfect company. From his service with Sports Car International,
Autoweek and many other publications, his remarks to the faithful were filled
with personal reflections, including the 'Lamm rally jinx.'
The BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally offered the camaraderie and competition
of fine sporting motorcars with the natural wonders of Washington's Olympic
Peninsula. All Rally proceeds benefit the nonprofit College Planning Network,
raising over $8,000 in 1998 to assist individuals seeking higher education
opportunities. It was an unforgettable weekend for those who join us in
Port Townsend.
The following sponsors provided support for the BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally:
BMW Seattle
Greater Seattle Printing and Mailing
Manresa Castle
Phil Smart, Inc. Mercedes-Benz
The Mayflower Park Hotel
Grand Prix Motors Limited
Sports Car Market Magazine
Sudden Promosource
Barrier Motors, Inc.
AUTOSPORT Seattle
Hilltop Texaco - Steve Tucker
Cosmopolitan Motors
FairWinds Winery
Joseph Euro - The Wine Cellar
Craig Burlingame Photography
For 1999, the BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally returns to Port Townsend and the Manresa Castle. The Rally will run from Thursday, June 10, to Sunday June 13, 1999. The Rally Web pages have been designed to provide you with all the details of the 1997and 1998 events and preparation for the 1999 Rally. For the 1998 weekend's activities, visit 1998 Rally Schedule.For a list of 1998 and1997 Rally participants and images of their cars, visit Rally Entries and to see how they finished, visit the 1998 or 1997 Order of Finish.
Photographs of the Rally cars can be ordered from Order Rally Photos and our Rally Store has commemorative items from the 1997 event for sale. To sign-up now for 1999, go directly to: 1999 Registration Form. You can also visit the Web site of our host, the Manresa Castle, our sponsor, BMW Seattle, or the nonprofit organization benefiting from the rally, College Planning Network. For more information about Port Townsend, Jefferson or Clallam Counties or the Olympic Peninsula, visit Olympus.net. The BMW Seattle Classic Motorcar Rally is sharing information with two other regional vintage rallies. The Monte Shelton N.W. Classic Motorcar Rallye can be found via the Alfa Romeo Owners of Oregon at www.alfaclub.org. The Shell 4000 Retro Rally can be e-mailed at welterj@cadvision.com (John Welter).
The Classic Motorcar Rally is made possible through the generous support of our primary sponsor:
Through the support of our sponsors and participants, over $8,000 was raised to help deserving students plan for college through services from College Planning Network. Thank you.